Conservation Status
Conservation hubClose to qualifying as threatened in the near future.
The primary threats to the green-backed kingfisher are habitat loss and degradation due to deforestation. While specific recovery programs are limited, its presence in protected areas offers some refuge. Responsible safari tourism helps by funding conservation efforts and raising awareness, providing an economic incentive to protect the kingfisher's forest home.
The green-backed kingfisher is a species of bird in the family Alcedinidae endemic to Indonesia, where it is restricted to north and central Sulawesi, and the islands of Manadotua and Lembeh. It can be found in the protected areas of Lore Lindu, Bogani Nani Wartabone, and Tangkoko Batuangus.
Description adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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Top parks for Green-backed Kingfisher. Sightings recorded in 5 safari areas total.
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